2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2007 GMC Acadia is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang.
Because 2007 GMC Acadia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Acadia will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Acadia. (340 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Acadia. 2007 GMC Acadia has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Mustang | 2007 GMC Acadia | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | Mustang | Acadia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 3563 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3030 mm |
